How To Fix MDG_DT_UI020 - Switch BC set with name &1 does not exist; check your entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_DT_UI - Messages related to the Configuration Workbench UI

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Switch BC set with name &1 does not exist; check your entry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_DT_UI020 - Switch BC set with name &1 does not exist; check your entry ?

  The SAP error message MDG_DT_UI020 indicates that the system is unable to find a Business Configuration (BC) set with the specified name. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when trying to access or configure a specific BC set that is either missing or incorrectly referenced.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent BC Set: The specified BC set name does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the name or the BC set not being created or activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the BC set.
  Transport Issues: If the BC set was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated in the target system.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration settings that lead to the system not recognizing the BC set.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the BC Set Name: Verify that the name of the BC set you are trying to access is correct. Look for any typographical errors.
  Create or Activate the BC Set: If the BC set does not exist, you may need to create it or activate it if it is in a deactivated state. This can typically be done in the SAP GUI using transaction codes like BCSET or through the relevant configuration paths.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the BC set. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles and permissions.
  Transport Validation: If the BC set was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that it was successfully imported. If not, you may need to re-transport it.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific BC set you are working with for any additional configuration steps or prerequisites.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BCSET (for managing BC sets) and SPRO (for configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message MDG_DT_UI020.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.